22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kelly O'brien, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. O'brien completed her residency at University of Texas Houston Medical School at Houston. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (713) 526-5511.
Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Houston Medical School at Houston
Medical School: University of Texas - Austin | Health Science Center at San Antonio
Is Dr. O'brien board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kelly O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. O'brien diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. O'brien. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional vertigo
- Inner ear dizziness
- Crystal ear problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8113: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, bilateral
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelly O'brien may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 526-5511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. O'brien in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kelly O'brien?
Dr. O'brien has appointments available at her Houston, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982898631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Kelly O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kelly O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Aspen Valley Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kelly O'brien accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kelly O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelly O'brien offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. O'brien, or call (713) 526-5511 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Kelly O'brien?
Yes, Dr. O'brien offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. O'brien, or call (713) 526-5511 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kelly O'brien have?
Dr. Kelly O'brien is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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